Charles's ex held Matteo's gaze for a moment before a faint smile spread across his lips.
"You're right," he said smoothly. "I'm only here to celebrate my cousin's wedding. Let's not keep the happy couple waiting."
Everyone took turns taking photographs with the newlyweds. Once Matteo and the rest of the group stepped aside, Adrian and the man remained by the altar for one final group photo with Maya and Connor.
Connor, Maya's new husband, smiled warmly before turning to his bride.
"Maya, darling," he said, "I'd like you to properly meet my cousin, Owen."
Maya returned the smile and shook Owen's hand.
"It's lovely to finally meet you."
Then she turned toward Adrian.
"And this is my younger brother, Adrian."
At the sound of the name Owen, Adrian looked at the man more closely.
In an instant, everything Frank had once told him came rushing back.
Owen… So this was Owen…
Charles's ex.
